Cookies Policy
Information about how we use cookies on our website.
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit them. They serve various purposes, from remembering your preferences to helping us understand how visitors use our site.
Cookies themselves do not identify you personally but may be linked to personal data you provide through other interactions with our site.
How We Use Cookies
The steady-return website uses cookies for several purposes:
- Ensuring the website functions properly
- Remembering your cookie preferences
- Understanding how visitors navigate our site
- Improving our website based on usage patterns
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot operate properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains session state during your visit | Session |
Analytics Cookies
With your consent, we use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. This data helps us improve the site and understand which content is most valuable. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | 24 hours |
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies may be used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We will only set these cookies with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook for advertising purposes | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Used by Google AdSense for advertising efficiency | 3 months |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of any page.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is placed
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent certain features of our website from working correctly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser, consult the help documentation for your specific browser:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by our website directly. They include essential cookies and some analytics cookies.
Third-party cookies are set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics. These services have their own privacy policies governing how they use the data collected.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain state during your visit, such as remembering items you have looked at.
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences across visits, such as your cookie consent choices.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" setting that signals to websites that you prefer not to be tracked. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to these signals. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage cookies as described above.
Cookies and Personal Data
The information collected through cookies may be considered personal data under UK data protection law when it can be linked to an identifiable individual. We handle all such data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and GDPR commitments.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date indicates the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
steady-return Advisory Services Ltd
47 Clerkenwell Road
London EC1M 5RS
Email: [email protected]